Vatican Criticizes Paris Olympics Opening Ceremony
Vatican Criticizes Paris Olympics Opening Ceremony
Vatican Criticizes Paris Olympics Opening Ceremony
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The Vatican has expressed strong disapproval of the Paris 2024 Olympics opening ceremony, which featured a controversial segment interpreted as mocking Leonardo Da Vinci’s 'The Last Supper' with drag queens and a naked performer. The Holy See joined voices from Christian leaders and organizations worldwide in condemning the scene, calling it offensive and disrespectful to religious beliefs. Artistic director Thomas Jolly and event organizers have apologized, asserting the scene was intended to celebrate diversity and was not inspired by 'The Last Supper.' Despite these clarifications, numerous religious figures and organizations have demanded a formal apology from the International Olympic Committee (IOC). The backlash includes calls for a day of prayer and fasting in reparation for the perceived blasphemy.

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